School Cleaner


Company:	Polaris Community
Salary:	£9,920.16 - £9,920.16
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Tamworth, B79 7EE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	14 Jul 2026
Closing date:	13 Aug 2026

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Summary

Polaris Education - Sutherland School, Tamworth

Part Time School Cleaner

Contract: Part Time, Term Time Only

Hours: 17.5 hours per week

Salary: £21,257.48 FTE (£9,920.16 actual)

Location: Tamworth, Staffordshire

Benefits

Company Pension

Life Assurance

Employee Discount Scheme

About the School

Located in Tamworth, our new school, which can accommodate up to 78 pupils, offers a safe and supportive environment for pupils aged 5 to 18. We are part of the Polaris Community and have been passionately improving the lives of young people for over 30 years. Within the Polaris Community, we have over fifteen SEN schools across the UK that work together to provide each pupil with a tailored, diverse and appropriate education in a safe, supportive environment that promotes engagement, inspires learning and encourages achievement. We're also incredibly proud that 100% of our education provisions have been rated as Good or Outstanding by Ofsted.

Role Responsibilities

Vacuum cleaning and mopping floors

Emptying and cleaning bins

Cleaning toilets and bathroom spaces

Replenishing bathroom supplies

Dusting, polishing and straightening furniture and cupboard tops

Tidying communal areas, ensuring hazards are removed

Wiping down paintwork, including skirting boards and window ledges

About You

Previous professional experience of cleaning a large commercial building, preferably a school, college or university

Ability to lift and move heavy equipment

A flexible approach to work and preparedness to carry out all reasonable cleaning tasks

Ability to use a wide range of cleaning equipment and products appropriately

A confident, clear communicator

The successful candidate will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check, the cost of which will be met by Polaris.

Polaris is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates.

Polaris is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

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